June 1, 2016

Sciessent’s LAVA XL™ Becomes First ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® Certified Product in U.S.

Wakefield, Mass. - Sciessent today announced that Lava XL, a next generation odor control technology, has been awarded the ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® certification. OEKO-TEX® sets standards and evaluates products for potentially harmful substances. ECO PASSPORT helps brands achieve or maintain a high standard for health and human safety by assisting in the sourcing and use...

June 1, 2016

Katadyn® Launches Its Smallest, Most Compact Water Filter

Minneapolis, Minn. (June 1, 2016) — Katadyn is proud to announce the launch of its latest addition, the BeFree™. An integrated microfilter and flexible soft flask for backcountry and urban travel. The Swiss leaders in water filtration and purification partnered with SoftFlask™ technology leader Hydrapak® for an ultra-light .6L water filtration system. “Katadyn is a name...

June 1, 2016

Steamboat Stinger Announces New and Improved Race Course

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo. (June 1, 2016)—Living up to its nickname “Bike Town USA” Steamboat, Colorado, has been busily building new mountain bike trails for the past several years.  The 6th annual Steamboat Stinger races are excited to take advantage of the newly completed trails on Emerald Mountain, adjusting its singletrack mountain bike...

May 27, 2016

Urban Trails Offered as Solution to America’s Physical Inactivity

SILVER SPRING, MD – May 27, 2016 – At a media event on Capitol Hill yesterday, American Hiking Society released a report supporting the creation of trails, especially in urban areas where 81% of Americans live, as a way to address the many health issues facing the American public due to physical inactivity. The existence...

May 27, 2016

The North Face Announces Key Leadership Changes at Sales Agency Partner

Alameda, CA – The North Face today announced Ed LaJoy, Principal of The Skylark Group, brand sales agency partner for the Rockies territory, is retiring. Kari Larsen, employed with The Skylark Group for more than 13 years, is assuming responsibilities for LaJoy under the newly formed Summit Sales Group. LaJoy most...

May 26, 2016

Granite Gear Debuts Crown2, The Next Step in Customizable Ultralight Backpacking

Two Harbors, MN — May 26, 2016 — Five years after the release of the award-winning Granite Gear Crown VC 60, The Crown2, its new and improved successor, will offer thru-hikers the next level of ultralight comfort and adjustability. The Crown2 boasts Granite Gear's patent-pending, fully customizable RE-FIT hip belt, which was...

May 26, 2016

Electric Named Outside Gear of the Year Award Winner for Second Year in a Row

San Clemente, California (May 26, 2016) –Electric has made history, becoming the first company to receive Outside’s Gear of the Year Award two years in a row for the same category. The new Stacker, Electric’s most technically advanced frame to date, was chosen as the best of new sunglasses for 2016. “The Stacker represents a commitment to...

May 26, 2016

Hiking – Healthcare in Hightops

SILVER SPRING, MD-May 26, 2016—In a just-released report, Hiking Trails in America:  Pathways to Health, American Hiking Society cites the critical need to make getting healthy fun so that people stick with it not just until they drop a few pounds but for a lifetime. With only 1 out of 5...

May 26, 2016

Eagle Creek Wins Best In Class Award From The Gear Institute

Known for innovation, quality construction and durability, Eagle Creek travel gear is proud to receive a Best In Class Award from The Gear Institute for the Gear Warrior™ 32 from the newly redesigned Outdoor Gear line of luggage. The honor shows that quality and versatility can come in big packages....

May 25, 2016

John Sears of Gregory Packs earns SGB ‘40 Under 40’ leadership award

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – John Sears, Vice President of Design and Development at Gregory Mountain Products, a global leader in backpacks and adventure travel gear, was named this month to the Sporting Goods Business (SGB) ’40 Under 40’ leadership list. The award is given each year to 40 of the most...